Bahama Thanksgiving Cranberry Smash Burger
Ingredients
- Bahama Burger patty, 3 oz or 4 oz (4 oz preferred)
- 2 burger buns of choice (regular size)
- 1 tbsp vegan or regular butter, softened
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp chopped celery
- Pinch of salt and black pepper
- 1 tbsp vegan parmesan or regular (optional)
- 1 tbsp cranberry mayo (blend cranberry sauce + mayo)
- Canned cranberry sauce, sliced 1/4 inch thick, or homemade cranberry salad (1 tbsp)
- 2 slices grilled sweet potato (standard thickness), canned or cooked with brown sugar and cinnamon, seasoned to taste
- 1 slice American or plant-based cheese (optional)
- A-1 or Montreal Steak Seasoning (optional), to taste
Note: People with allergies and vegans may need to make ingredient substitutions.
NOTE: Check all ingredients for any allergy issues. Soy & Tamari can be substituted. Cheeses should be soy & dairy free. Gluten Free ingredients should be substituted for gluten.
Recipes and any modifications should comply with Bahama Burger nutritional standards: Soy & Gluten Free, Non- GMO, Vegan.
Free of the top 9 allergens: Soy, milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, sesame.
Directions
- Make the Garlic Bread “Buns” and Stuffing
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Spread the garlic butter mixture over the cut sides of the bread slices.
Sprinkle with vegan parmesan if using (optional). - Place on a baking sheet and warm buns for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp. Set aside.
- Stuffing: Use premade favorite store-brand boxed stuffing (prepare according to directions, about 2 tbsp) or tear 1 thin slice of lightly toasted bread into morsels. Mix with garlic butter, chopped celery, black pepper, and a few drops of water to moisten.
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
- Grill or pan-sear the sweet potato slices with a pinch of brown sugar and cinnamon over medium heat until tender and caramelized (about 3–4 minutes per side). Set aside. (Canned sweet potato is an option.)
- Smash the Bahama Burger
- Heat a pan or skillet over high heat until very hot (about 375°F).
- Divide the Bahama Burger patty in half and roll each half into a ball.
- Place both halves in the skillet and press down with a metal spatula, smashing the meatballs to the desired bun size (like a smash burger).
- Cook for 1 minute, flip, and season as desired. Flip again for 1 minute. Continue flipping until patties are browned and crisp as desired. Add a teaspoon of water to the skillet to help cook if needed. Do not overcook.
- Assemble the Burger
- Spread a little cranberry mayo on the inside of the top and bottom buns.
- Place sweet potato slices on the bottom bun.
- Place 1 cooked patty with a slice of cheese and stuffing on top of the sweet potatoes.
- Add the other cooked patty, then add the cranberry sauce or salad.
- Place the top half of the bun.
- Close the sandwich and press gently.
- Serve
- Serve with your favorite holiday side, such as roasted Brussels sprouts or other Bahama casserole recipes.
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